HEY, YOU!

Choose your type of

Want to be fit?
to ensure that the body fully gets the desired benefits from these programs:
exercise program!
Consider your strengths and areas where you might
AEROBIC improve. Avoid focusing on popular exercises just
This involves the use of large muscle because they seem to be effective for others.
groups that is done in at least 10 Finding an activity that is safe, sustainable, and fun
minutes. This type of exercise will make while also helping yourself reach your fitness
you sweat, breath harder and your heart objectives is how to choose the best workout!
to beat faster. It is design to strengthen
the heart and the lungs, which in turn
leads to cardiovascular development. STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING
These are methods of increasing strength via
resistance to muscle contraction. These focus
FLEXIBILITY TRAINING on a range of strategies to enhance mobility,
These are exercises that include health, and physical performance. Strength
lengthening and holding of training targets the major muscle groups,
muscles in a stretched position. including the chest, back, legs, shoulders,
Flexibility is achieved by stretching. biceps, triceps, and the trunk (core).
Stress causes muscles to contract and
MIND AND BODY WORKOUT
tighten, which helps muscles to relax,
These are exercises that encourage
relieving pain from muscular stress.
relaxation, focus, and concentration. Its
COMBINATIONS components include breath control, easy
This involves incorporating concentration, and the adoption of
two different kinds of specific physical postures. Regular
workouts into a regimen, practice will strengthen the muscles of
most frequently cardio the arms, back, legs, and core.
(heart-pumping, fat-
burning activities) and FUNCTIONAL
strength (muscle-improving These workouts simulate the movements that
exercises), but not always. you do every day. This kind of workout seeks
These activities enhance to teach your body how to carry out your
general conditioning while everyday tasks more effectively. They are
helping to build muscle mostly weight-bearing exercises that target
and burn calories. the lower back and abdomen's core muscles.

How will you know which type of exercise is for you?

(according to myDr)

1. Choose exercise that you enjoy
2. Choose more than one type of exercise
3. Vary the intensity of your exercise
4. Choose exercise options that fit your lifestyle
5. Join a class or social sports team
6. Have alternative exercise options that don’t depend on good weather or daylight
7. Choose exercise options that can become part of your routine
8. Set aside an exercise time each day
9. Choose an exercise that accommodates any health problems you may have
10. Choose to exercise with a friend
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